OurWorld

2008
2021

ourWorld was a virtual world containing a range of online games and activities. It is developed by FlowPlay, and is aimed at the teen and tween demographic. www.ourWorld.com - October 24, 2021. The popular virtual world, which had operated for 13 years, was shut down due to insurmountable technical and maintenance issues

History and Culture

OurWorld blended casual gaming, avatar fashion, and social networking into a cohesive teen‑focused virtual world. It helped popularize the “game portal + social world” hybrid model that influenced later mobile social games. The platform’s fashion‑driven economy shaped early digital‑style culture. Its longevity demonstrated the staying power of lifestyle‑oriented virtual worlds.

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OurWorld

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